30 CFR §580.20
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While conducting G&G prospecting or scientific research activities under a permit or notice, you must not:
- (a)Interfere with or endanger operations under any lease, right-of-way, easement, right-of-use, notice, or permit issued or maintained under the Act;
- (b)Cause harm or damage to life (including fish and other aquatic life), property, or the marine, coastal, or human environment;
- (c)Cause harm or damage to any mineral resources (in areas leased or not leased);
- (d)Cause pollution;
- (e)Disturb archaeological resources;
- (f)Create hazardous or unsafe conditions;
- (g)Unreasonably interfere with or cause harm to other uses of the area; or
- (h)Claim any oil, gas, sulphur, or other minerals you discover while conducting operations under a permit or notice.